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Northern Okavango Delta, Botswana

Wilderness Vumbura Plains

Elevated above pristine floodplains in a private 60,000-hectare concession, Wilderness Vumbura Plains delivers the supreme safari harmony of dual land-and-water adventures, ultra-contemporary design, and sunken plunge pool salas.

60,000

Hectare Private Concession

14

Ultra-Luxury Tented Suites

Dual

Land & Water Safari Hub

100%

Solar-Powered Eco-Luxury

All-Inclusive Safari Dining

All gourmet chef-prepared meals, daily bush tea, afternoon delicacies, and premium cellar wines.

VIP Floodplain Sundowner

Complimentary private cocktail experience set deep in the Okavango waterways.

Priority Upgrade Privileges

Room category upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability at check-in.

Flexible Flight Coordination

Seamless early check-in and late checkout matched to your Wilderness Air schedules.

The Okavango's Contemporary Masterpiece

Wilderness Vumbura Plains redefines safari design in southern Africa. Positioned in the extreme north of Botswana's legendary Okavango Delta, Vumbura Plains rests within a private 60,000-hectare (148,000-acre) concession leased directly from the Okavango Community Trust (OCT)—empowering indigenous rural communities while safeguarding pristine wilderness.

Unlike many camps restricted strictly to either deep-water swamps or dry savannah, Vumbura Plains occupies a magnificent ecotone where both biomes converge. Guests experience the absolute thrill of tracking lions, wild dog packs, and cheetah across mopane woodlands and golden savannah, followed by peaceful afternoon mokoro excursions gliding past water lilies, reed frogs, and bathing elephants along crystal-clear Okavango channels.

Architecturally striking, the camp balances raw wilderness authenticity with bold modernist luxury. Elevated wooden walkways connect 14 lavish tented suites (thoughtfully arranged across North and South camps to preserve intimacy), leading to open-air lounges, interactive show kitchens, and fire pits suspended right above the seasonal floodplains.

Wilderness Vumbura Plains Floating Decks
Floating Suites & Raised Walkways
Vumbura Plains Open Air Dining and Fire Lounge
Dramatic Dining & Fire Lounge
Main Guest Deck Suspended over Okavango Waters
Main Guest Deck over Floodplain
Private Plunge Pool and Sala Deck
Private Plunge Pool on Every Deck

Ultra-Luxury Elevated Tented Suites

Each suite at Wilderness Vumbura Plains is a private architectural marvel. Expansive floor-to-ceiling mesh screens welcome cooling delta breezes while framing unobstructed 180-degree vistas across endless floodplains and wandering wildlife.

Luxury Tented Suite Bedroom

Luxury Tented Suite

Spanning over 1,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, featuring a signature plush king bed, sunken lounge, indoor and outdoor rain showers, and an extended viewing deck with private plunge pool and daybed sala.

Private Plunge Pool Indoor & Outdoor Showers Sunken Living Lounge Outdoor Sala Daybed
Luxury Two-Bedroom Family Suite

Luxury Two-Bedroom Family Suite

Perfect for multi-generational families or travelers seeking added seclusion. Two complete en-suite bedrooms linked by an expansive shared deck, complete with central sunken lounge, private plunge pool, and customized children's safari activities.

2 En-Suite Bedrooms Family Plunge Pool Bush Buddy Safari Guide Private Game Drive Option

Dual Land & Water Safari Experiences

Vumbura's unique geographical location affords an unrivaled variety of safari activities impossible in purely dry or exclusively waterlogged concessions:

4x4 Day & Night Game Drives
Traditional Mokoro Excursions
Motorized Boat Cruises
Guided Walking Safaris
Scenic Helicopter Flights (Opt)
Catch & Release Fishing
In-Suite Massage & Spa
100% Clean Solar Power

Bespoke Bush Gastronomy

Dining at Wilderness Vumbura Plains is an immersive sensory journey. Executive chefs celebrate fresh local and regional ingredients infused with modern culinary finesse, served in captivating settings from sun-dappled breakfast decks to candlelit dinners under the southern stars.

Vumbura Dining Room and Fire Lounge

Open-Air Pavilion & Boma Dinners

Savor five-course tasting menus paired with award-winning South African wines, interactive live cooking stations, and traditional boma evenings illuminated by the roaring central fire pit and acoustic storytelling.

Sommelier Wine Cellar Traditional Fire Boma

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Wilderness Vumbura Plains unique in the Okavango Delta?
Wilderness Vumbura Plains sits in a private 60,000-hectare concession leased from the local community trust in the extreme north of the Okavango Delta. Because it encompasses both dry savannah woodland and perennial waterways, it delivers an extraordinary dual safari experience year-round, combining open 4x4 day/night game drives with serene mokoro canoe glides and motorized boat safaris.
How is Wilderness Vumbura Plains configured and what are the suite amenities?
The camp is divided into two separate satellite camps (North and South), each featuring 7 luxury suites (14 total) plus 2 family suites. Every suite is elevated on wooden decks floating above the plains, featuring a king bed with panoramic mesh views, sunken lounge, indoor and outdoor rain showers, an expansive sun deck, private heated plunge pool, and a shaded outdoor sala daybed.
What exclusive Signature Travel Network privileges do guests receive through Vincent Vacations?
Guests booking with Vincent Vacations receive all-inclusive luxury accommodations (all meals, premium wines, spirits, and daily game activities), an exclusive complimentary Private Dining or Floodplain Sundowner Experience, an in-room VIP welcome amenity, priority room category upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), and flexible check-in/out coordinated with private bush flights.
What wildlife species can guests expect to see at Vumbura Plains?
The diverse biomes attract huge concentrations of wildlife: pride of lions, leopards, wild dogs, cheetahs, breeding herds of elephants, cape buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and rare antelopes including red lechwe and sable antelope, as well as over 430 recorded bird species.
How do travelers get to Wilderness Vumbura Plains?
Guests arrive via scenic light aircraft operated by Wilderness Air directly into Vumbura Airstrip from Maun (approx. 35 minutes) or Kasane (approx. 50 minutes), followed by an exhilarating 45-minute game drive or boat transfer to camp depending on seasonal water levels.